Emergency Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Airport Ops

Port of Huntsville; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Health Insurance

Health Reimbursement Account

State Retirement

Employer Paid Long-Term Disability

Educational Assistance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

The Huntsville-Madison County Airport Authority is seeking a Public Safety Dispatcher to monitor and coordinate multiple emergency communications systems and relay information to field units, law enforcement, and air traffic control. The role includes activating emergency procedures as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a two-year associate or four-year bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• Two-year associate degree or bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred.
• Bilingual skills are preferred.
• Must be able to be certified by the Alabama Department of Public Safety in NCIC operations within 6 months of employment and recertify every 2 years.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including all shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple technology systems (multichannel radio, fire/life safety, access control, emergency notification, records management, video management, public address, TTY/TDD, and phones).
• Maintain communication throughout emergencies with field units, law enforcement, airport personnel, and ATC.
• Activate the emergency recall plan when required.

Skills

Emergency communications

Dispatch procedures

Radio & telecom equipment

NCIC policies

Computers & software

Oral & written communication

Geography knowledge

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Judgement under stress

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associates degree

Job description

The Huntsville-Madison County Airport Authority is seeking a Public Safety Dispatcher to monitor and coordinate multiple emergency communications systems and relay information to field units, law enforcement, and air traffic control. The role includes activating emergency procedures as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a two-year associate or four-year bachelor’s degree.